Roundtrip from Nice, this short voyage explores the elegance of the Italian and French Rivieras. In Portofino, pastel façades frame a yacht-filled harbour beneath the Church of St. George, while Calvi reveals Corsica’s mountainous backdrop and imposing citadel. The border town of Menton blends French and Italian influences with colourful streets and botanical gardens before returning to Nice and its celebrated Promenade des Anglais.


 


Highlights


• Discover the refined charm of Portofino on the Italian Riviera

• Explore Calvi’s medieval citadel set against Corsica’s rugged landscape

• Stroll Menton’s old town and gardens on the French Riviera

 

Nice seduces with its enchanting mix of Mediterranean glamour and sun-drenched beaches. Stroll along the famous Promenade des Anglais, explore the historic charm of Vieux Nice with its colourful alleyways and bustling markets, and savour delicious cuisine. With its mild year-round climate, Nice offers the perfect escape where French elegance meets natural beauty.

 

Portofino is a fishing village on the Italian Riveria coastline. It's pastel-coloured houses, luxury boutiques and seafood restaurants surround its Piazzetta, a small cobbled square overlooking the harbor, which is lined with super-yachts. A short walk takes you up to the Church of St. George, a church with a cool, plain interior, dramatically situated on the narrow neck of the Portofino headland. As a lookout point, and probably as a site of religious significance, the spot goes back thousands of years.

 

Napoleon once said that he could recognise his native island blindfolded thanks to the wonderful scent of the maquis. When you arrive in Corsica by sea, that's the first thing you notice. The second is the wild, mountainous landscape... and when you see a medieval citadel overlooking a marina, you'll know you've arrived in Calvi!

 

Bathed in golden light on the border between France and Italy, Menton charms visitors with its pastel-coloured façades, lush gardens and relaxed Mediterranean atmosphere. Stroll through the colourful old town, wander along the lively pedestrian street with its cafés and shops, or enjoy the magnificent Promenade des Sablettes with its beach and views of the harbour and old town. Blessed with a subtropical microclimate that favours the cultivation of lemon trees and exotic flowers, as evidenced by the Val Rahmeh botanical garden, Menton truly deserves its nickname, ‘Pearl of France’. Combining French elegance and Italian warmth, the town invites you to enjoy its sunshine, scenery and the timeless charm of the French Riviera.

 

Nice seduces with its enchanting mix of Mediterranean glamour and sun-drenched beaches. Stroll along the famous Promenade des Anglais, explore the historic charm of Vieux Nice with its colourful alleyways and bustling markets, and savour delicious cuisine. With its mild year-round climate, Nice offers the perfect escape where French elegance meets natural beauty.

Itineraries are subject to change. 

Category 6

$2,210 AUD
$1,768 AUD pp
Category 6
Inside cabin, upper/lower berths, bathroom with shower.

Category 5

$2,455 AUD
$1,964 AUD pp
Category 5
Inside/outside cabin, raised double bed, two lower beds or triple berths etc, bathroom with shower.

Category 4

$2,725 AUD
$2,180 AUD pp
Category 4
Outside cabin, two lower beds, double bed or triple berths, bathroom with shower.

Category 3

$2,910 AUD
$2,328 AUD pp
Category 3
Outside cabin,twin/double/triple beds, bathroom with shower.

Category 2

$3,095 AUD
$2,476 AUD pp
Category 2
Large outside cabin, twin/double/triple beds, bathroom with shower.

Category 1

$3,500 AUD
$2,800 AUD pp
Category 1
Deluxe deck cabin, two lower beds convert to double bed, minibar, bathroom with whirlpool bath, cabin doors open onto deck.

Owners Suite

$4,730 AUD
$3,784 AUD pp
Owners Suite
Deluxe outside cabin, double bed, sitting are, minibar, bathroom with whirlpool.

Additional charges:

Port Taxes: $225 AUD

Vessel Type: Tall Ship

Length: 115 m

Passenger Capacity: 166

Star Clipper is a modern clipper ship that captures the romance of classic sailing while offering contemporary luxury. At 115 metres in length and carrying just 166 guests, it provides an intimate, yacht-like atmosphere with spacious accommodations, expansive teak decks, and two swimming pools. The ship’s interiors reflect its proud maritime heritage, with polished brass, gleaming mahogany rails, and antique nautical prints creating a rich, elegant ambiance.

On board, guests enjoy open-seating dining in an elegantly appointed restaurant, a Tropical Bar and Piano Bar, and an Edwardian-style library with a Belle Époque fireplace. Generous outdoor spaces, attentive service, and a relaxed sailing pace combine to create a private, immersive experience where the traditions and spirit of the sea are fully celebrated.

Cabin layout for Star Clipper

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Inclusions


• Voyage on board in selected cabin category
• All meals while on board
• On board entertainment
• Complimentary watersports programme where applicable including: water-skiing, paddle boards and windsurfing (where possible, subject to weather conditions and local authorities)

Exclusions


• International and domestic flights
• Passport and visa costs where applicable
• Travel insurance
• Transfers to/from the ship
• Optional shore excursions
• Port charges/fees
• Alcoholic beverages & soft drinks
• On board purchases including laundry service
• Gratuities (Pre-paid gratuities are added to invoice)
• Scuba diving available on some itineraries at additional cost
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